Berry scoop

Berry scoop
Berry scoop
Object name 
Berry scoop
Date 
ca. 1871
Medium 
Silver, gilt
Dimensions 
Overall: 10 5/8 x 3 1/8 x 1 3/8 in. ( 27 x 7.9 x 3.5 cm )
Description 
Cast and molded silver gilt berry scoop has columnar handle trimmed with beaded bands and end in form of helmet topped by small animal; molded handle socket; shovel-shaped bowl has tapered fluting at